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South Africa presses forward with online gambling clampdown
South Africa is pressing forward with its plans to clamp down even harder on unauthorized internationally licensed online gambling operator…
UNLV International Gaming Institute Research Helps Japan Launch its First Integrated Resorts
Japanese lawmakers on Friday approved a bill that will lead to that nation’s first integrated resorts, facilities first developed in Las Ve…
Court Rules Quebec Plan for Mandated ISP Blocking of Online Gambling Sites is Unconstitutional
Court Rules Quebec Plan for Mandated ISP Blocking of Online Gambling Sites is Unconstitutional
July 24, 2018
The Quebec Superior Cour…
Kambi Group plc Q2 Report 2018
Published: 07:45 CEST 25-07-2018 /GlobeNewswire /Source: Kambi Group plc / : KAMBI /ISIN: MT0000780107
Kambi Group plc Q2 Report 2018 Kamb…
Scientific Games to Report Second Quarter 2018 Results on Wednesday, August 1, 2018
Scientific Games to Report Second Quarter 2018 Results on Wednesday, August 1, 2018
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GLI President/CEO James Maida Honored with OIGA’s Modern Day Warrior Award
GLI President/CEO James Maida Honored with OIGA’s
Modern Day Warrior Award
in Recognition of 20+ Years of Dedication to Oklahoma Indian G…
Companies wage invisible data war online, automatically adjusting prices and competitive strategies
Companies wage invisible data war online, automatically adjusting prices and competitive strategies
COMPANIES ARE WAGING an invisible dat…
Massachusetts Lottery produces Record-setting revenues result in highest ever commissions and bonuses for retailers and all-time prize payout for players
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Twin River says it has a deal to buy Dover Downs Gaming and Entertainment in Delaware
finwhich owns and operates a racetrack casino already offering sports betting and in-state online wagering, which could be the next growth…
WyoLotto Transfers Another Record Breaker to Wyoming
WyoLotto Transfers Another Record Breaker to Wyoming
Cheyenne, Wyoming July 23, 2018 – On July 5, WyoLottoTM transferred $1,474,346.49…
RFP: Texas Lottery Lotto Texas Ball Sets
Solicitation: RQ18-0918DN
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FY 2018: Record Sales & Prizes To Players In A Well-Rounded Year For Iowa Lottery
FY 2018: Record Sales & Prizes To Players In A Well-Rounded Year For Iowa Lottery
Lottery’s Annual Results Are In Its Overall Top 2
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IN MEMORIAM: Sokratis Kokkalis, Jr.
Athens to Host Funeral for Greek Tycoon’s Son
The funeral for Sokratis S. Kokkalis is to take place at 11.00 a.m. on Friday at the Athen…
SG Digital Launches Full Suite of Content with Hard Rock New Jersey
SG Digital Launches Full Suite of Content with Hard Rock New Jersey
LAS VEGAS – July 20, 2018 – Scientific Games Corporation (NASDAQ…
Arizona Lottery Sets New Sales and Payout Records in 2018
Arizona Lottery Sets New Sales and Payout Records in 2018
Retailers sell almost $1 billion in Scratchers® & draw tickets, more than $2…
theLotter.com boasts about selling U.S. lottery tickets to Canadians "by the thousands"
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Lottery giant theLotter.com solidifies its position in Canada days before…
Google amends policy to comply with Italian ad ban
Google has already altered its policy page ensuring its conformity with Italy’s controversial ‘Dignity Decree’ law, which prohibits almost…
Casinos bid on online gambling; no bids for sports gambling
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) - Nine owners of Pennsylvania casinos are seeking licenses for online gambling.
"We're a jurisdiction that has been…
South Carolina Lottery earns $435 million for education
SC Lottery Transfers a Record $434.8 Million for Education 7/16/2018 3:58:25 PM
COLUMBIA, SC (July 16, 2018) – The South Carolina Educat…
Belgium: Loterie Nationale Welcomes New Addition to the Cash Family of Games
Loterie Nationale Welcomes New Addition to the Cash Family of Games
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Penn National Gaming Secures Approvals from the Ohio Casino Control Commission and Louisiana Gaming Control Board in Connection with Its Pending Acquisition of Pinnacle Entertainment
uly 19, 2018 16:45 UTC
Penn National Gaming Secures Approvals from the Ohio Casino Control Commission and Louisiana Gaming Control Board i…
Georgia Lottery transfers more than $1.14 billion to education
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July 19, 20…
IGT - International Game Technology PLC to Host Second Quarter 2018 Results Conference Call on Tuesday, July 31, 2018
International Game Technology PLC to Host Second Quarter 2018 Results Conference Call on Tuesday, July 31, 2018
LONDON, U.K. – July 17, 20…
IGT Announces Sports Betting Agreement with FanDuel Group
LONDON, July 16, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced that IGT will be FanDuel Group's spor…
For the second year in a row, sales of Kentucky Lottery tickets have exceeded a billion dollars in a single fiscal year
KENTUCKY LOTTERY AGAIN BREAKS SALES AND DIVIDEND RECORDS IN FY18 For the second year in a row, sales of Kentucky Lottery tickets have exce…
Kambi signs expanded contract with Mr Green
Kambi signs expanded contract with Mr Green
New multi-year service agreement will see Mr Green transition its recently acquired Redbet bra…
Tennessee Lottery Closes Year with All-Time High for Education
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July 16, 2018
LOTTERY CLOSES YEAR WITH ALL-TIME HIGH FOR EDUCATION
More than $4.6 Billion Raised Since Inception …
Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) raises a toast to commingling as turnover hits new heights
HKJC raises a toast to commingling as turnover hits new heights
International betting on Hong Kong racing increases by 150% as total turn…
IGT receives notice of intent to award an instant-ticket printing contract by the Iowa Lottery
IGT RECEIVES NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD INSTANT-TICKET PRINTING CONTRACT FROM THE IOWA LOTTERY
LONDON, U.K. – July 16, 2018 – IGT announced…
Three Casinos Apply for Pennsylvania iGaming License
Reports over the weekend confirm that at least three “Main Certificate” holders have applied for a Pennsylvania iGaming license.
Parx Casi…
Harold Mays appointed interim acting director for the Illinois Lottery
Both appointees have experience with their respective agencies.
“It’s my pleasure to appoint Harold Mays as interim acting director for t…
West Virginia Lottery releases emergency rules for sports betting
CHARLESTON — Almost three weeks after approving rules governing sports betting at the state’s casinos, the West Virginia Lottery released t…
ESPN secures Overwatch League broadcast rights, continuing esports’ mainstream surge
Fans cheer at the inaugural Opening Day of the Overwatch League in January. (Noah Smith for The Washington Post)
The rise of competitive v…
UK Gambling Commission publishes Annual Report and Accounts for 2017-18
The Annual Report, published today, looks back at performance and progress by the organisation over the last financial year.
2017-18…
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Pole Signs SIGNS, SIGN MATERIALS, SIGN MAKING EQUIPMENT, AND RELATED SUPPLIES
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The Future of Gaming and Sports Betting (Audio Streamed)
CFI COMMITTEE 2018 LEGISLATIVE SUMMIT AGENDA
Summary: The U.S. Supreme Court in May ruled the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection…
Predatory monetization schemes in video games (eg 'loot boxes') and internet gaming disorder
A recent paper written by Dr Daniel King and Professor Paul Debabbro, University of Adelaide is available on the Wiley online website. The…
Belarus To Provide New Rules For Gamblers And Online Casinos
Belarusian Tax and Duties Ministry has developed a draft decree, which is expected to become the final stage of the implementation of the C…
The Stars Group Completes Acquisition of Sky Betting & Gaming
TORONTO, July 10, 2018 /CNW/ - The Stars Group Inc. (Nasdaq: TSG) (TSX: TSGI) announced today that it has completed its previously anno…
N.J. racetrack that won legal battle over sports betting now wants NFL, NBA to pay up
Monmouth Park, the New Jersey racetrack that launched the state’s first legal sportsbook last month after the landmark decision, is attempt…
New Nike concept store goes Live in LA
Experiential doesn't mean the same for every brand, concept or customer. That's a lesson the retailer is taking to heart as it iterates on…
Attorney general declines to offer opinion about poker houses
AUSTIN—The Texas attorney general’s office declined to offer an opinion about the legality of poker houses that charge a fee, citing a pend…
Illegal Gambling Results in Loss of Millions in Lebanon
Illegal Gambling Results in Loss of Millions in Lebanon The casino has been in a fight with the state over closing down these centers, and…
From Solemn and Lovely to Silly and Hilarious, Here Are the 5 Ads Up for an Emmy in 2018
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While certainly best known as a celebration of television’s biggest hits and stars, the Emmy Awards also…
Blue Apron Delivers a Delicious 40-Foot Mobile Pop-Up
Brand kicks off culinary experience in Los Angeles
To go and on the road.
Blue Apron
Blue Apron, the boxed meal delivery company, re…
MGM National Harbor unveils $48 million expansion of gambling spaces
MGM National Harbor unveils $48 million expansion of gambling spaces
MGM National Harbor opens a $48 million expansion on Sunday with a la…
Sweden’s Gambling Authority releases license application information
Sweden’s Gambling Authority has released information regarding how to apply for a license in the new re-regulated gambling market.
A new g…
New Jersey track brings sports bets to New York's doorstep
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — A northern New Jersey horse racing track has brought legal sports betting to New York City's doorstep.
The Meadowl…
Virginia General Assembly could see efforts to allow sports gambling, official says
A recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that paved the way for legal sports gambling could unleash a flurry of legislative proposals to secure…
Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) releases revised draft online gambling ad rules released for comment
Amended restrictions aimed at protecting Australian children from gambling promotional content during live sport that is streamed online…
Chinese police bust a World Cup gambling ring with more than $1 billion in cryptocurrency
It’s part of the country’s larger battle against illegal gambling
Chinese authorities have arrested six suspects behind a World Cup gambli…
Ohio Introduces Bill To Legalize Sports Betting in Senate
A bipartisan bill to legalize sports betting in Ohio was introduced to the state’s senate on Thursday.
Introduced by Senators John Eklund…
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Showcases Industry-Leading iGaming Expertise at iGB Live! 2018
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Showcases Industry-Leading iGaming Expertise at iGB Live! 2018
GLI’s veteran team of iGaming expe…
Kansas Lottery and Casinos Transfer a Combined $163.7 Million to State of Kansas in Fiscal Year 2018
The Kansas Lottery reported to the Kansas Lottery Commission at its monthly meeting in Topeka on Wednesday that in Fiscal Year 2018 the Lot…
IGT Signs Long-Term Contract Extension To Provide Its INTELLIGEN™ System For Louisiana's Video Gaming Program
LONDON, July 12, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC (NYSE: IGT) announced that its subsidiary, IGT Global Solutions Cor…
Governor Northam Announces Record Year for Virginia Lottery Sales and Profits
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: July 11, 2018
Office of the Governor
Contact: Ofirah Yheskel
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Missouri Lottery Profits Sent to Education Reach Second Highest Ever
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Annual Missouri Lottery profits to public education hit their second-highest amount in the Lottery’s 32-year history…
Florida Lottery reports record growth
TALLAHASSEE, FL (WWSB) - Thanks in part to strong Powerball and MegaMillion jackpots, the Florida Lottery says it is saw record growth in t…
Arkansas Lottery Celebrates Record-Breaking Year
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Contact Kara Lee Ford at 501-683-1646 for more information.
Arkansas Lottery Celebrates Record-Breaking Year
J…
Pennsylvania’s brand new online lottery, the iLottery, reported sales of $21.6 million in its first 26 days
Pennsylvania iLottery Hits $21.6 Million in Sales, Rivals Complaints Lead To Marketing Changes
Pennsylvania’s brand new online lottery, th…
Poland court upholds gov’t online gambling blacklist
Poland’s online gambling blacklist has been upheld by a local court as permissible under the country’s gambling laws.
Last week, Polish me…
UK Gambling Commission New report takes significant step forward in measuring the impact of gambling-related harms
A ground-breaking approach to understanding the full range of harms gambling can have on society has been published today.
It was le…
Netherlands Gaming Authority (KSA) Hits Bet-at-home with €410k for operating without a valid license
Dutch Regulator Hits Bet-at-home with €410k Gambling Violation Penalty
Bet-at-home, a German online gambling and sports betting company, h…
Kambi Group plc signs SJSC Latvijas Loto Sportsbook deal
Published: 16:45 CEST 11-07-2018 /GlobeNewswire /Source: Kambi Group plc / : KAMBI /ISIN: MT0000780107
Kambi Group plc signs SJSC Latvijas…
Scientific Games Corporation's SG Social Launches MONOPOLY Slots Worldwide
SG Social Launches MONOPOLY Slots Worldwide
Mobile Game from Scientific Games and Hasbro Now Available for Download
LAS VEGAS, July 11…
Idaho will vote this fall on legalizing horse-race gambling machines
In November, Idahoans will be able to vote on a measure that would legalize historical horse racing, Secretary of State Lawerence Denney an…
New Illinois Lottery operator unveils big plans
The British firm that just took day-to-day control of the languishing Illinois Lottery is promising a major new "lifetime" game, an increas…
Three mascots helped the Idaho Lottery unveil its new scratch game.
New lottery scratch game features Idaho university mascots
BOISE - It's a sight never seen before in Idaho. Buster, Benny, and Joe in the…
EquiLottery, Roberts Communications Network Finalize Video Streaming Agreement for Kentucky Lottery Pilot
Last month, EquiLottery LLC and the Kentucky Lottery announced plans for a 90 day pilot program for “Win Place Show.” The pilot will launch…
Ohio Lottery Commission reported gambling revenues from the state's seven racinos, which pair slots and video gambling with horse racing, were $87.4 million in June
The Ohio Lottery Commission reported gambling revenues from the state's seven racinos, which pair slots and video gambling with horse racin…
INTRALOT is proud to announce the renewal of its “WLA Certification of Alignment” with the Responsible Gaming Framework through July 2021
INTRALOT RENEWS ITS WLA CERTIFICATION OF ALIGNMENT IN THE RESPONSIBLE GAMING FRAMEWORK THROUGH 2021
July 5 th , 2018 INTRALOT is proud to…
INTRALOT is pleased to announce a five-year extension to its current gaming systems contract with the New Hampshire Lottery Commission
INTRALOT RENEWS ITS CONTRACT WITH NEW HAMPSHIRE LOTTERY COMMISSION THROUGH 2025
July 2nd, 2018
INTRALOT is pleased to announce a five-y…
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Names Jacqueline Lin Client Service Representative
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Names Jacqueline Lin Client Service Representative
MACAO, China (9 July 2018) – Gaming Laborator…
Szrek2Solutions’ Trusted Draw™ and Trusted Audit™ were launched in Spain by ONCE
Szrek2Solutions’ Trusted Draw™ and Trusted Audit™ were launched in Spain by ONCE
East Greenwich, RI, July 3, 2018: Szrek2Solutions LLC (…
State-Sponsored Lotteries Gain Market Edge Over Commercial Gambling Interests
Big news this week as state-sponsored lotteries take regulatory bites out of traditional live and online gambling markets. Officials rule i…
Iowa lawmakers, casinos, lottery 'all in' for sports betting
Iowa lawmakers, casinos, lottery 'all in' for sports betting
Among the questions for lawmakers: Who will run it?
It’s estimated that Amer…
Tabcorp increases shareholding in Jumbo Interactive
Tabcorp has announced that its wholly owned subsidiary Tatts Online Pty Ltd had exercised in full its option with Jumbo Interactive to acqu…
Oregon Lottery Awards Pollard Banknote Five-Year Instant Ticket Contract Extension
WINNIPEG, July 5, 2018 /CNW/ - Pollard Banknote Limited (TSX: PBL) ("Pollard Banknote") is pleased to announce that it has received a five-…
Pennsylvania Lottery introduces PA iLottery interactive online games
PA Lottery introduces PA iLottery interactive online games
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WILKES-BARRE — With the recent launch of PA iLottery, authorized b…
Belgium National Lottery wants to open its own stores
Belgium’s National Lottery wants to “open a chain of stores” to sell its products, and has already begun the search for locations in Antwer…
The Dutch Gambling Authority's Chief Executive, Marja Appelman, is set to leave the organisation
The Dutch Gambling Authority's Chief Executive, Marja Appelman, is set to leave the organisation after five years of service in the role…
The Mouthpiece: Can Indian tribes offer sports betting?
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French gambling regulator determines that loot boxes are not legally gambling
The ongoing saga of loot boxes took an interesting turn last week when France's gambling regulatory body ARJEL weighed in with its 2017-18…
Slovakia Government Carries Out Biggest Gambling Crackdown On Illegal Operators
Slovakian authorities and comptrollers launched a huge illegal gambling crackdown from June 28 to 29, resulting in the seizure and closure…
A New Casino With Jai Alai Approved By The State To Be Built In Downtown Miami
State regulators have approved the development of a new casino in the Edgewater neighborhood, just north of downtown Miami, the website Flo…
Florida Voters Gain Control of Casino Gambling Initiative
The future of Florida’s gambling industry may be put into the hands of the public following a constitutional amendment proposal, aimed at g…
Maryland Casinos Generate $148.9 Million in Revenue During June
For immediate release
July 5, 2018
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Delaware Sports Betting Numbers For First 20 Days: $1 Million Revenue, $7 Million Handle
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Lottoland ad banned for misleading prize quote
An ad for lottery betting site Lottoland has been banned for quoting a prize value that could never be paid because of compulsory deduction…
Alibaba Says Its AI Copywriting Tool Passed the Turing Test
It's generating copy for sites like Taobao and Tmall
Alimama, the digital marketing arm of ecommerce platform Alibaba, has released an art…
Gregory Smith, Acting Executive Director of the Illinois Lottery, has been selected as the new permanent President and CEO of the Connecticut Lottery Corporation (CLC)
Release Date: July 5, 2018
Release #: 046g-gsmith-appointment-070518
Contact: Kendra Eckhart, (860) 713-2711 Contact: Valerie Guglielm…
Kambi signs multi-channel Sportsbook deal with ATG
Kambi signs multi-channel Sportsbook deal with ATG
Kambi-powered Sportsbook to form part of Swedish horse racing operator’s portfolio from…
Pennsylvania Lottery player won $50,000 using Linq3’s Play at the Pump® platform to play Powerball®
Atlanta – June 27, 2018 – A Pennsylvania Lottery player recently won $50,000 using Linq3’s Play at the Pump® platform to play Pow…
Public Gaming Interviews Dr. Heinz-Georg Sundermann, Managing Director, Lotto Hessen GmbH
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PGRI Introduction: Dr. Sundermann was appointed to lead Lotto Hessen in 2002. The years since then have been marked…
Holding online re-sellers of lottery products to a higher standard
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PGRI Introduction: Re-sellers like theLotter.com and “secondary” (or “synthetic” or “virtual”) lottery operators l…
Synopsis of the Marketing Seminar produced every year by the European Lottery Association (EL) and the World Lottery Association (WLA)
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The world has never moved as fast as it is today, and will never again move as slowly as it is today. The first wee…